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Phantom 8000L HD Boot - Men's
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Shop the Scarpa Phantom Tech HD Mountaineering Boot for lightweight, high-altitude ice climbing. Waterproof, insulated, and packed with game-changing technology.
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Why We Like The Scarpa Phantom Tech HD Mountaineering Boot
If you're in search of a lightweight ice climbing boot for high-altitude adventures, the Scarpa Phantom Tech HD Mountaineering Boot is the perfect choice. This automatic crampon-compatible double boot combines multiple game-changing technologies to deliver exceptional performance.
The waterproof super gaiter upper is crafted with S-Tech Schoelle Ecorepel Bio fabric, offering complete weather protection. The boot also features PU Tek Technology and HDry Lamination, ensuring your feet stay dry in all conditions. With PrimaLoft Gold and micropile insulation, you can count on toasty warmth during cold ascents. The carbon Tech 3 SL insole, made from carbon fiber, Aerogel, and EVA foam, provides excellent insulation from the cold.
Thanks to Vibram's Precision Tech Roll outsole with a dual-density midsole, you can enjoy optimal cushioning and stability. The Durastep rubber tread compound by Vibram offers uncompromising traction on steep ice and snow.
Scarpa's Sock-Fit XT technology ensures a secure and snug fit, while the Fast Lock system allows for easy and quick tightening of the inner boot. To top it off, these boots weigh just 800 grams, making them impressively lightweight.
Product Details:
Specs
Upper Material: PU Tek Technology, S-Tech Schoelle Ecorepel Bio fabric, HDry® Lamination
Waterproofing: PU Tek Technology, S-Tech Schoelle Ecorepel Bio fabric, HDry® Lamination
Insulation: PrimaLoft Gold
Lining: Micropile, PrimaLoft Gold
Thermo-moldable Liner fabric: EVA
Closure: [gaiter] zipper, [inner boot] lace
Last: ARC
Footbed: Ortholite O-Therm, memory foam
Midsole: 2D PU
Sole: Vibram Precision Tech Roll, Vibram Durastep rubber
Style: double boot
Crampon Compatibility: Automatic, Semi-Automatic
Claimed Weight: [pair, size 42] 1lb 12.2oz (800g)
Manufacturer Warranty: limited 1 year
Activity: mountaineering, ice climbing
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